light circuit

Thân thiện

The electrician checks the light circuit in the ceiling.

Definition

Noun: - A complete electrical pathway designed to supply power to lighting fixtures: A "light circuit" is a specific electrical wiring system that connects a power source to one or more electric lights, allowing them to be turned on and off, typically controlled by a switch.

Usage

• A "light circuit" refers to the dedicated wiring for lighting, separate from circuits for outlets or appliances.
• It is controlled by a circuit breaker or fuse in the main electrical panel.
• Example:
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Advanced Usage

• "To be on the same light circuit": Describes multiple light fixtures that are connected to and controlled by the same electrical pathway and breaker.
  • The hallway and bathroom lights are on the same light circuit.

Variants and Related Words

• Lighting circuit (n): A synonymous term for "light circuit."
• Circuit (n): A general term for a complete path of an electric current.
• Branch circuit (n): A circuit that branches off from the main service panel to supply power to outlets and fixtures; a light circuit is a type of branch circuit.

Synonyms

• Lighting circuit: The wiring system for electric lights.
• Lighting branch circuit: A more technical term specifying it as a branch circuit for lights.

Related Phrases

• To overload a light circuit: To connect too many lights or devices to a single circuit, causing it to fail.
  • Using a high-wattage heater on the light circuit can overload it.
• To run a new light circuit: To install new wiring for lighting.
  • We need to run a new light circuit to power the pendant lights over the island.

Học thuật

Noun

1. wiring that provides power to electric lights

Từ đồng nghĩa

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